We Do Business In Full Auto [EN]: Chapter 172

172. 20th Century Wolf (2)

Washington DC, Wellington Hotel Sky Lounge.

I, Lee Seul-gi, and Lee Tae-jin celebrated with champagne.

These days, my palate has become so refined that I’m reluctant to eat airplane food. I was secretly hoping to have lunch at a nice hotel, and finally, I was able to have a late lunch here.

I thought the negotiation would take a long time, but it took less than an hour.

In the end, I signed the contract and put down a 30% deposit.

According to custom, if the contract is terminated, I have to pay double the deposit as a penalty. The chairman’s signature was on it, and the deposit was already paid, so there was no chance of the contract being terminated.

“Wow, great job, Executive Director Lee.”

“Yes?”

“You should get a promotion now.”

“T, thank you!”

Lee Tae-jin, who was just a driver a year ago, has been promoted at high speed and is now able to hold the position of executive director.

In fact, Lee Tae-jin’s abilities were worth more than that position, but there was a procedure for promotion.

I was even thinking of promoting him to director in the near future.

“Thanks to you, I think I’ve made $10 billion.”

“It’s not that much. Our agents did a thorough investigation, so we were able to prepare a sharp dagger [meaning, they gathered crucial information].”

“I should give the intelligence department a reward.”

“I’d appreciate that.”

He’s a loyal guy after all.

He didn’t monopolize the credit but shared it with his subordinates, showing a loyal side.

I liked that even more.

It wasn’t bad to be surrounded by beautiful women, but it also felt good to have such a loyal man supporting me from behind.

“Executive Director Lee, let’s work together for life. I realized once again how important information is in M&A [Mergers and Acquisitions].”

“It’s not really a huge achievement. It’s easy to find out why the ‘Doctor Lynn’ series didn’t get a good investment if you dig a little deeper.”

“The ‘Doctor Lynn’ series has a long history. Among them, about two installments were almost ruined, and the box office results were miserable. But it didn’t collapse. Even if it fails this time, the brand value won’t hit rock bottom. But Executive Director Lee calculated that it *would* hit rock bottom.”

“Isn’t it the basics of negotiation to exploit the weakness and drag it out?”

“That’s right.”

I was even thinking that I should take Lee Tae-jin with me when I do M&A in the future.

Lee Seul-gi was also a considerable talent, but Lee Tae-jin was also not someone to underestimate.

“The two of you should work together well in the future. Maybe no one will be able to stop you.”

“Yes, Chairman!”

“Okay, let’s toast.”

The meal continued in a friendly atmosphere.

After the meal, I was going to train at the hotel all day long.

The next morning.

I was continuing my training in a seated meditation position.

I have to fight the leader of Poison in the coming dawn. Until then, I must complete the manifestation of magic.

“Poison Nova.”

Ssssk!

An enormous toxicity spreads around.

Because it was covered with a barrier, things didn’t melt. Of course, even assuming that, it’s still not perfect.

“This is something.”

Still, it’s a tremendous development.

Poison Nova was a 7-circle dark magic of the poison series, and it was difficult to manifest it without drawing a sign in a few days.

Now I can easily draw signs in my head, but it was still awkward to use poison magic.

I had to accumulate experience by repeating it countless times, but I couldn’t because of the limit of magic power.

If I consume all my magic power here, it could interfere with the battle at dawn.

Knock knock!

“Come in.”

Lee Seul-gi and Lee Tae-jin come in with simple sandwiches.

There was work to do today too.

However, I decided to postpone everything except one schedule until tomorrow. The important thing was the battle.

“Chairman, please have a meal.”

“Do I have to meet him today?”

“I have no choice. That’s what I promised.”

“Then let’s go.”

Lee Tae-jin didn’t know the details, but he knew that I was doing something. Of course, in Lee Tae-jin’s case, he would think that I was planning something.

I eat a sandwich and drink a glass of milk and prepare.

They were waiting until I washed up and put on my clothes.

Today, I was scheduled to meet the president of 20th Century Wolf.

I have to meet the president and instruct him to produce George Hart’s ‘Bracelet Expedition’. It seems like I have to make the initial investment alone, so I have to go with him.

Currently, 20th Century Wolf did not have the capacity to attract large-scale investors. This is because several projects were already in progress.

“Then let’s go.”

I check my tie and leave the hotel.

20th Century Wolf.

As the name suggests, it is the world’s number one giant film production and distribution company that marked an era in 20th century film history.

Famous works that make you exclaim just by saying the movie title were born through this company.

The network was solid and the infrastructure was great.

The set alone that it owns was enough to produce dozens of movies, and the directors, staff, and actors were all top-notch. No, would you say it’s world-class?

As much as it was competing for first and second place in the film industry, this M&A was a big deal.

If the balance is paid today, the film company will be in my hands.

I wasn’t officially in control of the company yet, but unless I was willing to pay double the 30% contract fee, it was safe to say that it was my company.

I meet George Hart in front of the huge building.

Yesterday, I decided to buy George Hart’s work.

George Hart’s appearance had changed overnight because he had received a considerable contract fee.

He was wearing a high-end suit and accessories, and his hair and beard were neatly cut. He was quite handsome after the transformation.

“Chairman!”

“Writer, you should have done that sooner. You look like a different person.”

“Haha! I’ve been writing for the past 10 years without eating or drinking properly. Fortunately, the chairman liked my work, so my appearance changed. Should I say it’s a rebirth in Eastern terms?”

He seemed to be in a very good mood.

“Anyway, congratulations.”

“You’re welcome.”

When I entered the lobby, I saw famous celebrities and directors from time to time.

Employees and film officials all said in unison.

“So it’s really been acquired by the Soo Group.”

“I heard they’re going to mobilize 100,000 extras to film this time?”

“Really?”

“It’s certain if George Hart is here.”

Buzz buzz!

The company was in an uproar.

George Hart had been polishing his work for 10 years.

Once he started filming, he knew it would be a large scale, so film officials were filled with anticipation rather than anxiety.

This film company will not collapse even if the manager makes a few mistakes.

Besides, I was rumored to be the richest man in the world.

They would also have expectations that the investment would be made appropriately.

President Garsian Parker was waiting in front of the lobby with his secretaries.

“Welcome, Chairman! Welcome to your visit!”

“Nice to meet you, President. It’s an honor to meet such a famous president.”

“You’re too kind. Can it compare to the chairman’s reputation?”

“Hello?”

“Oh, aren’t you writer George Hart?”

“I have signed a contract with the chairman and am formally introducing myself.”

“Don’t tell me…….”

“Yes. It’s about the work. It’s a sequel to the Emperor’s Bracelet.”

“……!”

When the Emperor’s Bracelet was released, the trilogy ended and hinted at future works. But George Hart suddenly disappeared, and the film industry had to stomp their feet [meaning, they were frustrated].

But after 10 years, he suddenly appeared and was talking about his work. It was natural for Garsian to be surprised.

“Shall we go up and talk first?”

“Yes!”

Everyone is full of expectations.

Even the surrounding employees and film officials were staring at us.

That’s how shocking George Hart’s appearance was to the film industry.

The atmosphere in the president’s office was very different because it was a company specializing in movies.

Relic projectors and black and white photos from who knows when, and portraits of actors who died long ago.

One wall was filled with awards and trophies, and there were also portraits of past presidents.

In particular, the part that advertises the company’s history is full of pride. It was a traditional and historic company.

Although 20th Century Fox was merged into Wolf in the early 90s and changed to Wolf, it did not lose its pride.

The first thing I mentioned was the company name.

“I remember exclaiming when 20th Century Fox was changed to Wolf. The company name will be renamed Fox.”

“Really!?”

“Yes. I’m the chairman, so it’s possible.”

“Thank you! I didn’t like the name Wolf. We’re not the media.”

It seems that there were quite a few complaints about being absorbed into the media conglomerate.

Now it will return to Fox and be placed under the Soo Group.

People remembered 20th Century Fox, and the name value of ’20th Century’ was considerable. It would be quite problematic to change the company name to 20th Century ‘Soo’.

So, it was decided to return to Fox and continue to use the name.

When I reached out my hand, Lee Seul-gi handed me a clean manuscript.

It was a newly drawn manuscript, not the dirty manuscript I saw yesterday.

I hand in the synopsis along with the manuscript.

“This is the manuscript written by writer George this time. I have already signed a contract with him and I am investing in it. So, I hope the president will find good directors and actors and produce it.”

“Hmm.”

Garsian’s face became serious.

Clearly, the Emperor’s Bracelet was a fantasy film that swept the world, but its sequel takes place 200 years later.

That’s why he felt the need to review the manuscript.

First, he read only the synopsis and nodded.

“I can tell it’s a masterpiece just from the synopsis. It boasts an enormous scale.”

“The set is already being produced. 100,000 extras are being prepared here.”

“So the rumors were true?”

I shrugged my shoulders once.

If 100,000 extras are mobilized, the scale will be beyond description.

A scale unprecedented in history.

Garsian was even sweating.

“It will cost a lot of money to produce.”

“That’s right.”

“The cost of those extras and the set…….”

“I’ll take care of that.”

Garsian looks at George.

“Can the set be made according to writer George’s plan?”

“Of course. The set is not finished yet.”

George Hart’s eyes lit up.

“Really?”

“It’s your work, writer.”

“No matter what, you’re going to leave the whole feeling to me…….”

“I judged that it would be good to have the writer’s feeling in it. The director has not been decided yet, so it would be good for the writer to move [be involved in the set design].”

We looked at George.

“Writer, is it possible?”

“Y, of course. I’ll risk my life on this work!”